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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 4/2020

01-04-2020 | Stress Incontinence | Images in Urogynecology

Vaginal geode associated with midurethral sling erosion

Authors: Therese Woodring, Abbie Massengill, Rayan Elkattah

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 4/2020

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Midurethral slings are effective treatments for stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and carry low rates of complications including infection, urinary retention, and erosion of mesh into the bladder, urethra, or vagina [1, 2]. While erosion occurs in around 2.4% [1, 2] of cases, the entry of mesh into the urinary tract or vagina can provide a nidus for crystal formation, leading to symptomatic stones. Here we detail the presentation, evaluation, and management of a unique vaginal stone associated with midurethral sling erosion. …
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Metadata
Title
Vaginal geode associated with midurethral sling erosion
Authors
Therese Woodring
Abbie Massengill
Rayan Elkattah
Publication date
01-04-2020
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 4/2020
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-019-04099-1

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